Over twenty easy-to-follow, step-by-step demonstrations show you how to:

Select the right tools, as well as set up your workspace to optimize efficiency and comfort

Effectively express yourself through colour and value to create light, shadow and mood

Use and master basic essential coloured pencil techniques

Create the look of realistic metal, including brass, copper and silver

Create glass that sparkles, mirrors that reflect and water that distorts

Create realistic texture, from slippery satin, fuzzy peaches and velvety roses to coarse linen and the bumpy surface of corn

Fix common mistakes and problems with easy-to-use solutions

Whether you already enjoy working with coloured pencils or are looking to try this exciting medium for the first time, this book will provide you with all the information you need to create your own coloured pencil compositions.

Opus is an independently-owned local business, supplying the visual arts community with art materials, digital printing, picture frames, art education, community support, and more. Founded in 1974, we have grown from a single location framing company to seven stores throughout BC and a Canada-wide mail order service for online &amp phone orders. Read more →